Executive Inspector General Intern

 Closing Date/Time: 03/28/2025
Agency: Illinois Office of Comptroller
Salary: $17.50/hour - $21.00/hour, commensurate with education and experience
Job Type: Temporary
County: Cook County and/or Sangamon County
Number of Vacancies: 2

 

****A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING****

Submit a cover letter, detailed resume, and two (2) letters of recommendation with at least one (1) from a professor at your current university or academic program. Please indicate in the cover letter the dates you are available for the internship and the location preference (if any) for your placement.
 

 

 

Why Work for Illinois?

 

 

Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you’re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you’re part of something bigger—something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.

 

No matter what state career you’re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule—flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.

 

 

Position Overview

The Office of Executive Inspector General for the Illinois Comptroller (OEIG) is seeking applicants to fill an investigative internship position for the Summer 2025 term.

 

The Office of Executive Inspector General is for the Illinois Comptroller (OEIG) ensures accountability in state government by functioning as an independent, non-partisan state agency with responsibility, pursuant to state law, to investigate allegations of fraud, waste, abuse, and misconduct.

 

The OEIG investigates, when appropriate, alleged violations of law, rule, or regulation committed by an employee of, or those doing business with, an entity under its jurisdiction. For example, the OEIG investigates allegations of waste, fraud, abuse of authority, or corruption, including ghost payrolling, bid rigging, theft, misuse of state time or property, procurement fraud, hiring improprieties, and improper time reporting, among others. The OEIG also investigates alleged violations of the State Officials and Employees Ethics Act (Ethics Act), including prohibited political activity, revolving door, sexual harassment, gift ban, and retaliation.

 

This position will be paid and is a non-remote position.

Job Responsibilities

The OEIG Internship Program provides students with the opportunity to apply their education and classroom theory to actual work situations in an investigative environment. Interns will have the opportunity to conduct research and analysis, and to solicit requisite materials and evidence in a very limited authority.

 

Investigative Interns will have the opportunity to assist staff by assisting with investigative matters, compiling data, and researching and advising upon investigative, administrative, procurement, and ethics related investigations and initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications

Investigative interns must have completed at least two (2) years (or its equivalent if a part-time student) of undergraduate study and be enrolled in an accredited undergraduate program.

Terms and Dates

Terms and dates of internships are flexible to accommodate course requirements and school start/end dates. Full-time Intern positions will work 37.5 hours per week. Part-time Intern positions are available to students currently enrolled in classes. Part-time Intern positions will be expected to work at least 15 hours per week.

 

This position will report directly to the Executive Inspector General and can be located in either the Springfield or Chicago office.

Equal Employment and Commitment to Diversity

The Illinois Office of Comptroller provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ancestry, national origin, citizenship, sex or gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, disability, genetic information, service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by app